This is the first volume of a duet that charts Barry Humphries' life and career. Nostalgic, the book reveals much about a man who has kept his private life private, overshadowed by, among others, his... This description may be from another edition of this product.
As the previous reviewers said, if you're after information on Edna Everage, Les Patterson, Sandy Stone, and people like them, "More Please" is not for you. But, then, if you're after information on them, why are you reading Barry Humphries' autobiography? Edna Everage is not Barry Humphries. Les Patterson is not Barry Humphries. Sandy Stone is not Barry Humphries. Get those facts clear, and you'll be better able to understand Barry Humphries and his work."More Please" is a wonderful journey through Australian society, and Mr Humphries is a wonderful guide on that journey. As an American living in Australia, I felt better able to understand the people around me after reading this book.If you want to know about Barry Humphries and the country that produced him, read this book. If you want to know about Dame Edna, Sir Les, or Sandy, read their books.
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